Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
lydiae
ID:
619543

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Jacobsen) G.D.Rowley

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
in Natl. Cact. Succ. J. 33: 7. 1978.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618875



Common Names

  • Lydiae Conophytum
  • Lydiae Living Pebbles
  • Lydiae Little Pickles


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Synonyms

  • Conophytum haramoepense (L.Bolus) G.D.Rowley [illegitimate]
  • Conophytum spathulatum (L.Bolus) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Ophthalmophyllum haramoepense L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Ophthalmophyllum lydiae H.Jacobsen [unknown]
  • Ophthalmophyllum spathulatum L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Conophytum lydiae (also called 'Lydia's Living Pebbles', among many other common names) is a small, succulent plant with two fused leaves that form a single body. It is native to the Northern Cape Province of South Africa and is found in rocky, dry areas. It is an ideal plant for rock gardens and containers.

Uses & Benefits

Conophytum lydiae is used for ornamental purposes and for medicinal purposes such as treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Conophytum lydiae is yellow and star-shaped. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Conophytum lydiae is a succulent native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Conophytum lydiae

Conophytum lydiae is native to the Richtersveld in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.

Conophytum lydiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Conophytum lydiae?

Conophytum lydiae

What type of plant is Conophytum lydiae?

Succulent

Where does Conophytum lydiae originate from?

South Africa

Species in the Conophytum genus

Conophytum achabense, Conophytum acutum, Conophytum albiflorum, Conophytum angelicae, Conophytum armianum, Conophytum auriflorum, Conophytum bachelorum, Conophytum bicarinatum, Conophytum bilobum, Conophytum blandum, Conophytum bolusiae, Conophytum breve, Conophytum brunneum, Conophytum bruynsii, Conophytum burgeri, Conophytum buysianum, Conophytum calculus, Conophytum caroli, Conophytum carpianum, Conophytum chauviniae, Conophytum chrisocruxum, Conophytum chrisolum, Conophytum comptonii, Conophytum concavum, Conophytum concordans, Conophytum cubicum, Conophytum cupreiflorum, Conophytum cylindratum, Conophytum depressum, Conophytum devium, Conophytum ectypum, Conophytum ernstii, Conophytum fibuliforme, Conophytum ficiforme, Conophytum flavum, Conophytum fraternum, Conophytum friedrichiae, Conophytum frutescens, Conophytum fulleri, Conophytum globosum, Conophytum halenbergense, Conophytum hammeri, Conophytum hanae, Conophytum herreanthus, Conophytum hians, Conophytum irmae, Conophytum jarmilae, Conophytum joubertii, Conophytum jucundum, Conophytum khamiesbergense,

Species in the Aizoaceae family